Summary:
The Nikon D3XXX has a basic menu (easy to use) and provides high image quality, and they are great for everyday shooting.
So let your budget decide which one you will choose. They are all great for beginners.
Do I need to purchase Nikon D3XXX, D5XXX, or
D7XXX?
If you have just one question from this list below, so you need read this section carefully because your answer is here.
Nikon d3200 vs d5100 !
Nikon d3200 vs d5200 !
Nikon d3200 vs d7100 !
Nikon d3100 vs d3200 !
Nikon D3200 or d5100 !
The Nikon Company provides several different series and each one has its specific features:
- Nikon D3XXX series (D3100/D3200/D3300):
All this three entry level digital SLR cameras are the best for beginners or for normal use (home use with family - school ...) because they are easy to use and provide high quality images and HD videos.
- Nikon D5XXX series (D5100/D5200/D5300):
One of these three entry level DSLR cameras is what you need to purchase if you are interested in these 2 features:
> You need the Vari-Angle LCD Monitor (more about this feature later).
> You want more control on your camera.
Your budget can also help you here in choosing the right one. And just remember that the Nikon D5300 is better than the Nikon D5200, and the D5200 is better than the Nikon D5100.
- Nikon D7XXX series (D7000/D7100):
The Nikon D7XXX series is always expensive. For example, the Nikon D7100 is around $900 while the Nikon D5300 is around $700.
You can choose a camera from this series if these features interest you:
> Weather sealed, means the camera is sealed so that you can shoot in the rain.
> Significantly long battery life - 950 shots.